1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1951 Alvis TA 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Urraco.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alvis TA 21. (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alvis TA 21.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Alvis TA 21 1972 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Alvis Lamborghini
Model TA 21 Urraco
Year Released 1951 1972
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2993 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1448 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2460 mm


 

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